US Lacrosse Code of Conduct

Each Cambridge Youth Lacrosse player, family representative, and volunteer will be asked to abide by this code of conduct. We want to ensure a safe, fun, and respectful environment for all of our families.

Players, coaches, spectators and parents are to conduct themselves in a manner that "Honors the Game"
and demonstrates respect to other players, coaches, officials and spectators. In becoming a member of the
lacrosse community an individual assumes certain obligations and responsibilities to the game of lacrosse
and its participants.

The essential elements in this "Code of Conduct" are HONESTY and INTEGRITY. Those
who conduct themselves in a manner that reflects these elements will bring credit to the sport of lacrosse,
themselves, their team and their organization. It is only through such conduct that our sport can earn and
maintain a positive image and make its full contribution to youth sports in the United States and around
the world.

US Lacrosse and its Youth Council support the following behaviors for those participating or
involved in any way with US Lacrosse and youth lacrosse in general:

The essential elements of the "Code of Conduct" must be adhered to.

Sportsmanship and teaching the concepts of fair play are essential to the game, and must be
taught and developed both at home and on the field during practices and games.

The emphasis on winning should never be placed above the value of good sportsmanship, the
concepts of fair play, or the skills of the game.

Derogatory comments are unacceptable. Use positive reinforcement with players and adults alike.
It should be remembered that criticism, once made, can never be retracted.

The safety and welfare of the players are of primary importance.

Coaches must always be aware of the tremendous influence they have on their players. They are to
strive to be positive role models in dealing with young people, as well as with adults.

Officials are expected to conduct themselves as professionals and in a manner that demonstrates
courtesy and fairness to all parties while exercising their authority on the field.

Adults involved with the game must never permit anyone to openly or maliciously criticize, badger,
harass, or threaten an official.

Knowledge of the Rules of Lacrosse must be respected and adhered to by all who participate in the
game of lacrosse, both in the letter and the spirit of the game. Attempts to manipulate rules in an
effort to take unfair advantage of an opponent, or to teach deliberate unsportsmanlike conduct, is
considered unacceptable conduct.

Eligibility requirements, such as age and previous level of participation, must be followed. They
have been established to encourage and maximize participation, as well as promote safety.

About CYL

Cambridge Youth Lacrosse is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to growing both boys and girls lacrosse in Cambridge through a combination of skill development, mini-games, and competitive play.